Living with Fibromyalgia

    Living with fibromyalgia can be a daily struggle. The pain can be unbearable and the feeling of being alone can be overwhelming. It's like a constant battle with your own body. But there is hope.

    With proper pain management, you can learn to control and manage your pain. It's important to understand that fibromyalgia is not like cancer or other disorders that cause damage to your body. It's a disorder that affects your nervous system and can worsen with trauma or stress. But with the right techniques, you can lead a better life.

    Imagine being free from the constant suffering and having greater control over your pain. You can increase your ability to manage your pain and treasure the moments where you feel better. Living with fibromyalgia doesn't have to be a life sentence of pain and isolation.

    The first step in achieving pain relief is to seek proper care from a healthcare professional who can provide guidance on pain management. Medications such as acetaminophen, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and Cox-2 inhibitors are commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain associated with fibromyalgia. However, it's important to be aware of the risks associated with these medications, including addiction and side effects. For me, taking the medications suggested was not an option. I turned to the holistic route and found relief. Everyone is different so you need to find what works for you. After all, no one can tell you how to feel. 

    Additionally, therapy can be beneficial in improving pain management for those living with fibromyalgia. Anti-depressant and anti-inflammatory drugs such as amitriptyline can also be used to manage chronic pain. But it's important to understand that medication alone may not always provide lasting benefit, especially when dealing with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia.

    To better manage your condition, lifestyle changes and alternative therapies should also be considered. This can include low impact exercise routines, acupuncture, massage therapy or even simple breathing exercises to help calm the nervous system and ease stress levels. With dedication and persistence in finding the right approach, you can increase control over your pain, leading to improved quality of life despite suffering from this painful disorder.

    Take the first step towards improving your life with fibromyalgia. Educate yourself on pain management techniques and seek out support from others who understand what you're going through. With patience you can find the benefits of living a life with less pain and more joy. Don't wait until the next emergency or last resort, take control now and start managing your pain.

As a Holistic Life Health Coach I try my best to use natural remedies and use food as medicine. Ask me how I may be able to help you through your journey.